1994 CADILLAC ELDORADO check oil

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When to Add Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to ad’dsome oil.
But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind
of oil to
use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”
in the
Index.
.NOTICE:
Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much ail that the
oil level gets ab.ove the upper
MAX mapk area upper mark that
shows.the proper operating range, your engine could
be
damaged.
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k Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Cadillac dealer is ready to advise if
you think something should be added.
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Your Cadillac has an “Oil Life Indicator.” This feature will let you know
when to change your oil
-- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
7,500 miles (12 500
km) since your last oil change. Under severe
conditions, the indicator may come on before
3,000 miles (5 000 km).
Never drive your vehicle more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months
without an oil change.
The system won’t detect dust in the oil.
So, if you drive in a dusty area, be
sure to change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the
“CHANGE ENGINE OK’ message is displayed. Remember to reset the
Oil Life Indicator when the oil has been changed. For more information,
see “Oil Life Indicator” in the Index.
How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator
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After the oil has been changed, display the “OIL LIFE LEFT” message
by pressing the INFORMATION button. Then press and hold the
RESET button until the display shows
“loo”.. This resets thle.,oil life index.
The message will remain
off until the next oil change is needed. The
percentage of oil life remaining may be checked at any time by pressing
the INFORMATION button several times until the
“OIL LE% LEFT”
message appears. For more information on the Oil Life Index feature, see
“Oil Life Index” in the Index.
Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater)
An engine coolant heater can be a big help if you have to park outside in
very cold weather, O°F (-18O C) or colder. If your vehicle has this option,
see “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.
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NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine
fire. And, dirt
can easily get into your engine, which will damage
it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
AUTOlMATIC TMSAZE FLUID
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the
engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have
this done at a Cadillac dealership Service Department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you
could get a false reading on the dipstick.
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MTBE In Gasoline
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Mud.
If You’re Stuck In ............................. 239
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“N” (Neutral) Gear Position .......................... 90
Net. Convenience
................................... 78
New Vehicle “Break-Iny’ .............................. 78
Night. Driving At ................................... 185
Nightvision
....................................... 186
Notices About Damage
................................ 2
Occupant Restraint
.................................. 13
Octane Required For Your Car
....................... 242
Odometer
......................................... 131
Odometer And Speedometer
......................... 130
Odometer. Trip
.................................... 131
Off (Ignition Key Position) ............................ 83
Off Road Recovery
................................. 182
Oil. Engine
........................................ 252
Oil. When
To Change Your Engine .................... 257
Oil Thickness (Viscosity)
............................ 254
Operating Record
....................... See Maint . Book
Operation
in Foreign Countries., ...................... 244
Outside Air
....................................... 150
Outside Mirrors
................................ 122. 123
Overdrive, Automatic
................................ 90
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
......... 220
Overheated Engine, Warning Light For
................ 134
Owner Checks
& Services ................. See Maint . Book
Oil Life
Indicator
................................... 148
OilQuality
........................................ 256
“P” (Park) Position
.................................. 88
Paint Spotting. Chemical ............................ 307
Park. Shifting Into
................................... 94
Park. Shifting Out Of
................................ 97
Parking Over Things That Bum ........................ 98
Passing Another Vehicle ............................. 182
Pedal Travel. Brake
................................. 273
ParkPosition
....................................... 88
ParkingBrake ...................................... 92
PASS Key
TM (Personalized Automotive Security Sys) ...... 82
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